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Zest
Outer layers of citrus fruits are thinly paired with a vegetable peeler, or grated with a zester or on a grater. When removed these are often used to flavour a variety of dishes, desserts and drinks with the volatile oils found in the rind.

10 things to do with Zest

-	Beef satays with peanut sauce	-	Beetroot soup
-	Catalan pears in red wine and cinnamon	-	Almond dates
-	Berry and lime tea	-	Candied citrus zest
-	Champagne jellies with lemon syllabub	-	Saucy beef with mushrooms and peppadews
-	Sticky pudding with citrus custard	-	Pastel petits fours

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